SPECIAL MEETING - SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
BE IT REMEMBERED, that on this 17th day of September A.D., 2024, there was begun and held a SPECIAL MEETING of the Honorable Commissioners Court of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following members thereof were present, to-wit:
| HONORABLE RICHARD F. CORTEZ HONORABLE DAVID FUENTES HONORABLE EVERARDO "EVER" VILLARREAL |
HIDALGO COUNTY JUDGE COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 1 COMMISSIONER, PRECINCT NO. 3 |
and ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., COUNTY CLERK & EX-OFFICIO CLERK OF THE COMMISSIONERS COURT of Hidalgo County, Texas, wherein the following proceedings were had, to-wit:
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AGENDA CC REGULAR CONSENT COMMISSIONERS COURT SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 10:00 A.M. |
NOTICE is hereby given in accordance with Chapter 551, Texas Government Code, that a SPECIAL MEETING of the Commissioners Court will be held in the Commissioners Courtroom of the Administration Building, 100 E. Cano, 1st floor, Edinburg, Hidalgo County, Texas. Discussion and possible action relating to the following business will be transacted:
NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are of a routine or administrative nature. The Commissioners Court has been furnished with background and support on each item, and/or it has been discussed at a previous meeting. All items will be acted upon by one vote without being discussed separately unless requested by a Court Commissioner, in which event the item or items will immediately be withdrawn for individual consideration in its normal sequence after the items not requiring separate discussion have been acted upon. The remaining items will be adopted by one vote. (Audio Reference 47m:59s)
County Executive Officer, Valde Guerra, requested to pull Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1., 6.A.2., and 11.F.1., for further discussion.
The Court proceeded with a vote of approval for the remaining Consent Agenda Items.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval of the Consent Agenda, except Consent Agenda Items 6.A.1., 6.A.2., and 11.F.1.
Vote: 3 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 6.A.1. (Audio Reference 48m:15s)
1.
AI-96471
Approval of check register and payment of claims and bills - (Payments from Juvenile Probation, Adult Probation, LEOSE Fund, DA Motor Vehicle Theft Fund, DA Check Fraud Fund, DA Forfeiture Fund, Sheriff Forfeiture Funds, Constable Forfeiture Funds, HIDTA Forfeiture Funds and VIT Interest Fund are presented for recording purposes only.)
Attachments:
2.
Auditor's Office:
A.
AI-96472
Presentation of Fund Information Report
B.
AI-96332
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Edinburg's "Entertainment Center" 2023-2024 TIRZ payment, in the amount of $95,676.46 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Edinburg, Hidalgo County, and the Reinvestment Zone No. 4, City of Edinburg.
Attachments:
C.
AI-96661
Discussion, consideration and approval to process the City of Alton 2023-2024 TIRZ payment in the amount of $493,568.97 pursuant to the interlocal agreement between the City of Alton, Hidalgo County, and Reinvestment Zone No. 1, City of Alton.
Attachments:
3.
Planning Department:
A.
AI-96703
1. Certificate of Water Service Availability under Texas Local Government Code Section 232.029 (c) (2)
B.
AI-96710
1. PIPELINE AND UTILITY PERMITS
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 5 Blk 58 Mo-Tex (Garcia Street & Mile 5 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline north of Garcia Street.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” water line extension 2,620 feet north of Garcia Street and 1,260 feet east of Mile 5 West Road and One ¾” water service line.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 9 Clearview Estates Subdivision (Clearview Drive & Lott Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline east of Clearview Drive
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Clearview Drive.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: All of Lot 15, 25, 48, 49 and 54 Rio Stone Subdivision (Mile 6 ½ North Road & Mile 6 ½ West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline north of Sage Street.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Sage Street.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 2022 North Capisallo District Subdivision (Mile 13 North Road & Mile 1 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline north of Mile 13 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 13 North Road.
e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 7.6383 acres out of Share 13 and 14 of Cano Land in San Jose Ranch Tract in the Llano Grande Grant (San Jose Road & Mile 16 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline west of San Jose Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring San Jose Road.
f. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 41.667 acres out of lot 15 Blk. 54 Alamo land & sugar Co.; Proposed Owassa Place Subdivision (Owassa Road & North Valverde Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline south of Owassa Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Owassa Road.
g. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 3 of Perez Subdivision (Walnut Road & Palm Drive) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline south of Walnut Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 2” waterline extension running west along the south side of Walnut Road and One 1” meter service line.
h. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: Porcion 38, 39, 40 tract 126 (Iowa Road & Venecia Drive) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline north of Venecia Drive.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Venecia Drive.
i. Applicant: Nordhausen Utility Construction
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way for Maravillas Estates Ph. 4 Subdivision (Pct. 1): One 24” Irrigation line bore crossing with a 40” steel casing boring Mile 1 West Road and Mile 11 North Road.
j. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 71.15-acre tract of land out of lots 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, and 8 Blk. 25 and Lots 1- 3 of Blk. 36 Jackson Subdivision of the Melado Tract; Proposed Acres of Santa Cruz Ph. 3 Subdivision (Monte Cristo Road & Cantu Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 16” waterline south of Monte Cristo Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 12” waterline extension running north along the west side of Cantu Road for approximately ½ mile north of Monte Cristo Road and crossing Cantu Road (caliche road) via open cut.
k. Spectrum (Project No. 3383623-PA07E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North side of Trenton Road approximately 100 feet west of Finca Street. (Pct. 4)
l. Spectrum (Project No. 4402351-EM39E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Mile 6 Mile Line approximately 810 feet east of Ware Road. (Pct. 4)
m. Spectrum (Project No. 3698485-PM30E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: Southeast corner of River Cove Street and Cesar Chavez Road. (Pct. 4)
n. Spectrum (Project No. 5419475-PM40E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Terry Road approximately 630 feet north of Mile 18 North Road. (Pct. 4)
a. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 5 Blk 58 Mo-Tex (Garcia Street & Mile 5 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline north of Garcia Street.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 4” water line extension 2,620 feet north of Garcia Street and 1,260 feet east of Mile 5 West Road and One ¾” water service line.
b. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 9 Clearview Estates Subdivision (Clearview Drive & Lott Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 2” waterline east of Clearview Drive
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Clearview Drive.
c. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: All of Lot 15, 25, 48, 49 and 54 Rio Stone Subdivision (Mile 6 ½ North Road & Mile 6 ½ West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline north of Sage Street.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Sage Street.
d. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 2022 North Capisallo District Subdivision (Mile 13 North Road & Mile 1 West Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline north of Mile 13 North Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Mile 13 North Road.
e. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 7.6383 acres out of Share 13 and 14 of Cano Land in San Jose Ranch Tract in the Llano Grande Grant (San Jose Road & Mile 16 North Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline west of San Jose Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 3/4” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring San Jose Road.
f. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 41.667 acres out of lot 15 Blk. 54 Alamo land & sugar Co.; Proposed Owassa Place Subdivision (Owassa Road & North Valverde Road) (Pct. 1)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 6” waterline south of Owassa Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 8” PVC water line with a 16” PVC casing boring Owassa Road.
g. Applicant: North Alamo Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: Lot 3 of Perez Subdivision (Walnut Road & Palm Drive) (Pct. 4)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 4” waterline south of Walnut Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 2” waterline extension running west along the south side of Walnut Road and One 1” meter service line.
h. Applicant: Agua SUD
Legal Description: Porcion 38, 39, 40 tract 126 (Iowa Road & Venecia Drive) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 8” waterline north of Venecia Drive.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 1” water service line with a 2” PVC casing boring Venecia Drive.
i. Applicant: Nordhausen Utility Construction
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way for Maravillas Estates Ph. 4 Subdivision (Pct. 1): One 24” Irrigation line bore crossing with a 40” steel casing boring Mile 1 West Road and Mile 11 North Road.
j. Applicant: Sharyland Water Supply Corporation
Legal Description: 71.15-acre tract of land out of lots 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, and 8 Blk. 25 and Lots 1- 3 of Blk. 36 Jackson Subdivision of the Melado Tract; Proposed Acres of Santa Cruz Ph. 3 Subdivision (Monte Cristo Road & Cantu Road) (Pct. 3)
Location of Pipeline or Utilities: Existing 16” waterline south of Monte Cristo Road.
Proposed improvement within Right-of-Way: One 12” waterline extension running north along the west side of Cantu Road for approximately ½ mile north of Monte Cristo Road and crossing Cantu Road (caliche road) via open cut.
k. Spectrum (Project No. 3383623-PA07E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: North side of Trenton Road approximately 100 feet west of Finca Street. (Pct. 4)
l. Spectrum (Project No. 4402351-EM39E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: South of Mile 6 Mile Line approximately 810 feet east of Ware Road. (Pct. 4)
m. Spectrum (Project No. 3698485-PM30E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: Southeast corner of River Cove Street and Cesar Chavez Road. (Pct. 4)
n. Spectrum (Project No. 5419475-PM40E)
Proposed location of Power Supply Pole: East of Terry Road approximately 630 feet north of Mile 18 North Road. (Pct. 4)
Attachments:
- 1-NAWS;ELENA CRUZ
- 2-NAWS;JORGE L IBARRA
- 3-NAWS;TUSCANY CUSTOM HOMES LLC
- 4-NAWS-ANDREW T STAHLKE
- 5-NAWSC;JOSE S GRIMALDO
- 6-NAWS-OWASSA PLACE SUB
- 7-MARIA OVALLE APP
- 8-Agua SUD-PORCION 38-39-40 TR126 AKA TR 2; Roberto Salinas
- 9-Maravillas Est. 4
- 10-Santa Cruz #3-s2eng. (SWSC)
- 11-Spectrum 3383623-PA07E
- 12-Spectrum 4402351-EM39E
- 13-Spectrum -Russel Oaks notorized
- 14-Spectrum-Jaquar's Heights 1619 North Terry rd.
C.
AI-96625
1. Requesting approval for correction to AI-87038 item 3. b approved by CC on August 18, 2022 to reflect the correct number of streetlights.
2. Requesting approval for correction to AI-81315 item 2. a approved by CC on June 25, 2021 to reflect the correct number of streetlights.
2. Requesting approval for correction to AI-81315 item 2. a approved by CC on June 25, 2021 to reflect the correct number of streetlights.
Attachments:
D.
AI-96626
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. North Victoria Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (J&D Tierra Ventures, LLC.) (Victoria Road & Mile 10 North Road) Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
a. North Victoria Estates Subdivision- Pct. 1 (J&D Tierra Ventures, LLC.) (Victoria Road & Mile 10 North Road) Reimbursement Request: $1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
Attachments:
E.
AI-96640
1. Reimbursements of Financial Guarantee
a. Kingdom Estates Subdivision – Pct. (1) (A&M Construction) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request:$1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
b. Sendero Trails Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Megaware Corp.) (US Hwy 281 & FM 490)
Reimbursement Request:$1,000.00 for (1 OSSF)
c. The District North Weslaco Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road)
Reimbursement Request:$1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
a. Kingdom Estates Subdivision – Pct. (1) (A&M Construction) (Mile 6 ½ West Road & Mile 11 North Road)
Reimbursement Request:$1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
b. Sendero Trails Ph. 1 Subdivision- Pct. 4 (Megaware Corp.) (US Hwy 281 & FM 490)
Reimbursement Request:$1,000.00 for (1 OSSF)
c. The District North Weslaco Ph. 2 Subdivision- Pct. 1 (Mile 11 North Road & Mile 5 ½ West Road)
Reimbursement Request:$1,500.00 for (1 OSSF)
Attachments:
F.
AI-96638
1. Reimbursement of Financial Guarantee
a. Los Novillos Subdivision- Pct. 4 (KCJC Real Estate Partnership) (Floral Road & FM 3052)
Reimbursement Request: $1,000.00 for (1 OSSF)
a. Los Novillos Subdivision- Pct. 4 (KCJC Real Estate Partnership) (Floral Road & FM 3052)
Reimbursement Request: $1,000.00 for (1 OSSF)
Attachments:
4.
District Attorney's Office:
A.
AI-96690
DA-Victim Assistance Program Grant (VAP) (1281):
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924307 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Approval to submit a VAP Grant #2924307 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Attachments:
B.
AI-96611
Hidalgo County DA's Office - Region 3 Border Prosecution Unit (BPU) Grant (1281):
Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537811 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Approval to submit a BPU Grant #2537811 budget adjustment to the Office of the Governor (OOG).
Attachments:
5.
Monthly Fee Reports:
A.
AI-96678
District Clerk Fee report for the month of August 2024 $384,260.33
Attachments:
B.
AI-96647
District Attorney's Office Check Fraud Fees Monthly Report - 2024 August
Attachments:
6.
Human Resources:
A.
AI-96610
1. Approval of reimbursement in the amount of $1,698,225.81 to Aetna Insurance Company for claims paid on behalf of Hidalgo County from 08/22/2024 to 09/04/2024.
2. Approval of wire transfer to cover claims paid.
(Audio Reference 48m:16s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for consent agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COUNTY JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
Vote: 2 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 11.F.1. (Audio Reference 48m:35s)
| 08/22/2024 -08/28/2024 | $771,467.44 |
| 08/29/2024 - 08/30/2024 | $217,224.13 |
| 09/03/2024 - 09/04/2024 | $709,534.24 |
| TOTAL | $1,698,225.81 |
(Audio Reference 48m:16s)
Mr. Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner David Fuentes abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for consent agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 3, EVERARDO “EVER” VILLARREAL, seconded by COUNTY JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda items 6.A.1., and 6.A.2.
Vote: 2 - 0 – Unanimously
The Court proceeded to Consent Agenda Item 11.F.1. (Audio Reference 48m:35s)
Attachments:
B.
AI-96600
Self-Insured (2202):
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 08/16/2024 - 08/31/2024 in the amount of $59,470.05 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Requesting approval of reimbursement of the Hidalgo County Workers' Comp. Claims paying account for claims paid by Tristar Risk Management for the period of 08/16/2024 - 08/31/2024 in the amount of $59,470.05 and requesting approval of wire transfer.
Attachments:
7.
Tax Refunds:
A.
AI-96491
| NO. | ACCOUNT NUMBER | PAYER | AMOUNT |
| 1. | D6000.04.000.0017.00 | RAUL S & CRISTINA MONTOYA | $1,166.89 |
Attachments:
8.
Membership Dues/Certifications:
A.
AI-96719
Tax Office:
Requesting approval to pay renewal membership of October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025 Texas Association of Assessing Officers (TAAO) membership dues in the amount of $375.00 (Req. 502121) for: Pablo Villarreal Jr., Eva Mireles, Edgar Jaramillo with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay renewal membership of October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025 Texas Association of Assessing Officers (TAAO) membership dues in the amount of $375.00 (Req. 502121) for: Pablo Villarreal Jr., Eva Mireles, Edgar Jaramillo with authority for County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by County Auditor.
Attachments:
B.
AI-96639
Fire Marshal:
Requesting approval to pay renewal certification applications for seven (7) employees in the total amount of $420.00 to the Texas Commission On Fire Protection with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Requesting approval to pay renewal certification applications for seven (7) employees in the total amount of $420.00 to the Texas Commission On Fire Protection with authorization for County Treasurer to issue payment once auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor
Attachments:
C.
AI-96620
District Attorney (1100):
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $525.00 (Requisition #00501674), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
Requesting approval to pay membership dues for the Texas District & County Attorneys Association (TDCAA) for several District Attorney's Office employees, in the amount of $525.00 (Requisition #00501674), with authority for the County Treasurer to issue check after review, audit and procedures are completed by the County Auditor.
9.
IT Department:
A.
AI-96592
Authorization and approval to purchase a new wireless service and equipment through the County's membership/participation with CONTRACT: DIR-TELE-CTSA-003 with VERIZON WIRELESS for the following (and as detailed in Exhibit A):
| Department: | Qty: | Description: |
| Urban County | 2 | New Data Service |
| Safety Division | 6 | New Data Service |
| Elections | 50 | New Data Service |
| Elections | 182 | Service Plan Change |
| Elections | 47 | New Cell Service |
| Commissioner Pct. 1 | 5 | Service Plan Change |
Attachments:
10.
Budget & Management:
A.
AI-96637
FY 2024 Texas VINE Grant Program (1283):
1. Approval to process payment for invoice #2061978936 from Appriss Insights, LLC in the amount of $7,571.30 in relation to the FY 2024 VINE Maintenance Fee for the 4th quarter (6-1-2024 to 8-31-2024) after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor and release of payment on 09-17-2024 pending Commissioners' Court approval.
2. Approval to submit to the Office of the Attorney General of Texas the following documents in relation to the FY 2024 Texas VINE Program for the 4th quarter (6-1-2024 to 8-31-2024) with authority for Co. Judge to sign required documents:
1. Approval to process payment for invoice #2061978936 from Appriss Insights, LLC in the amount of $7,571.30 in relation to the FY 2024 VINE Maintenance Fee for the 4th quarter (6-1-2024 to 8-31-2024) after review, audit, and processing procedures are completed by the County Auditor and release of payment on 09-17-2024 pending Commissioners' Court approval.
2. Approval to submit to the Office of the Attorney General of Texas the following documents in relation to the FY 2024 Texas VINE Program for the 4th quarter (6-1-2024 to 8-31-2024) with authority for Co. Judge to sign required documents:
- Office of Attorney General Statewide Automated Victim Notification Services (SAVNS) Reimbursement Invoice in the amount of $7,571.30.
- Texas Statewide Automated Victim Notification Service (SAVNS) Quarterly Verification of Continuing Production Record
- Invoice Certification Required by Texas Grants Management Standards
Attachments:
B.
AI-96658
WIC (1292):
Approval of the following change in funding source/distribution as listed below, effective 10/01/2024:
Approval of the following change in funding source/distribution as listed below, effective 10/01/2024:
| FROM | TO | ||||||||||
| Dept/Prg. | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | % Dist. | Dept/Prg. | Obj. | Slot | Position Title | G/S | % Dist. |
| 350-017 | 113 | 0006 | Peer Counselor I | 03/06 | 100% | 350-002 | 113 | 0042 | Peer Counselor I | 03/06 | 100% |
| 350-017 | 113 | 0007 | Peer Counselor II | 05/02 | 100% | 350-002 | 113 | 0043 | Peer Counselor II | 05/02 | 100% |
| 350-017 | 113 | 0001 | Registered Nurse Consultant (IBCL) | 18/09 | 100% | 350-017 | 113 | 0001 | Registered Nurse Consultant (IBCL) | 18/09 | 80% |
| 350-028 | 0001 | 20% | |||||||||
| 115 | 350-017 | 115 | 0001 | 100% | |||||||
| 350-017 | 113 | 0008 | International Board Certified Lactation Consultant | 11/02 | 100% | 350-017 | 113 | 0008 | International Board Certified Lactation Consultant | 11/02 | 80% |
| 350-028 | 0002 | 20% | |||||||||
| 115 | 350-017 | 115 | 0008 | 100% | |||||||
| 350-017 | 113 | 0011 | Registered Dietitian IBCLC | 14/01 | 100% | 350-017 | 113 | 0011 | Registered Dietitian IBCLC | 14/01 | 95% |
| 350-028 | 0003 | 5% | |||||||||
| 115 | 350-017 | 115 | 0011 | 100% | |||||||
Attachments:
11.
Purchasing Dept - Notes:
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A. FOR ANY CONTRACTS(S) AWARDED AND APPROVED UNDER THIS AGENDA, EXECUTED COPIES OF THE CONTRACT(S) WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE COUNTY INTRA-NET WEBSITE AND WILL BE FORWARDED VIA E-MAIL, FAX OR HAND DELIVERED TO HIDALGO COUNTY AUDITOR'S OFFICE.
B. ANY AND ALL REQUESTS FOR PAYMENT(S) APPROVED WILL BE SUBJECT TO COUNTY AUDITORS PROCESSING PROCEDURES INCLUDING AUTHORITY FOR COUNTY TREASURER TO ISSUE PAYMENT(S)/CHECK(S).
A.
AI-96747
Requesting approval to rescind action taken on Agenda Item 95432, approved by Commissioners' Court on 05/28/2024, due to change in procurement.
Attachments:
B.
Hidalgo County:
1.
AI-96272
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Caso Law Firm, PLLC for "Legal Services" (C-22-0527-10-18) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
2.
AI-96470
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with CTC Distributing LTD for "Off Premises Record Storage, Pickup, Retrieval, Delivery, and Shredding Services" (C-23-0284-10-17) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
3.
AI-96730
Discussion, consideration, and action to authorize Valde Guerra, County Executive Office to sign any and all related documents to effectuate the following Potential Change Orders (PCO 202 & 307) for Morganti Texas, Inc., Including but not limited to applicable Change Orders;
| Description | Total Amount (Not to Exceed) |
| PCO 202 (CPR 64) - Difference in money from CML revised price |
$5,818.00 |
| PCO 307 (CPR 88) - Smoke Control Upgrades |
$7,400.00 |
Attachments:
C.
Pct. #1:
1.
AI-96689
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided for Pct. 1 Projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice No. | Amount | Purchase Order No. |
| Mile 6 WA #2 (M14½-SH107) | 08/31/2024 | 11329838 | $10,798.40 | 815794 |
| Mile 6 WA #3 (M14½-SH107) | 08/31/2024 | 11329846 | $25,658.65 | 829916 |
| Mile 6 WA #6 (M11-M14½) | 08/31/2024 | 11329839 | $44,749.55 | 882106 |
| Mile 10 WA#2 (Mile 6 to FM 1015) | 08/31/2024 | 11329847 | $103,583.66 | 860539 |
| Mile 1 E WA#1 (Bus83N to Mile 8N) | 08/31/2024 | 11329848 | $26,377.37 | 868315 |
| Nolana Loop WA#1 (FM 493 to FM 88) | 08/31/2024 | 11329833 | $107,674.28 | 873385 |
Attachments:
D.
Pct. #2:
1.
AI-96629
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC, for engineering services provided for Pct. 2 projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date |
Invoice # |
Amount | PO# |
| Stormwater Management Project ARPA-21-122-017 | 09/05/24 | 20433 | $12,783.18 | 841458 |
| Las Milpas Road Project (WA#2) | 09/06/24 | 20434 | $5,232.69 | 856176 |
| Las Milpas Road Project (WA#4) | 09/05/24 | 20435 | $11,509.12 | 884220 |
| Recreational Trails Connectivity Project (WA#2) ARPA-21-122-040 | 09/05/24 | 20436 | $12,102.92 | 861129 |
2.
AI-96606
Requesting approval to pay the following invoices as submitted by the project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc., for engineering services provided to Pct. 2 projects:
| Project Name | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO# |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#3) | 08/31/24 | 11329834 | $18,477.87 | 795673 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#4) | 08/31/24 | 11329840 | $26,108.51 | 853336 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#5) | 08/31/24 | 11329841 | $4,662.47 | 853337 |
| SH107/Bus281 Rd & Drain Improv Prj. (WA#3) | 08/31/24 | 11329845 | $674.67 | 862757 |
| Cesar Chavez Rd. Project (WA#2) | 08/31/24 | 11329858 | $39,134.25 | 796794 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-96754
Requesting approval of payment for Invoice No. 20438 in the amount of $58,256.61 submitted by the project engineer, B2Z Engineering, LLC to provide design, geo-technical, construction material testing, and construction phase services under Contract C-24-0150-05-28 (WA#1) for the McAllen Health Center Improvement Project.
Attachments:
E.
Pct. #3:
1.
AI-96660
Requesting approval of the following invoice (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project engineer, B2Z Engineering.
| Invoice No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 30060 | 9-6-2024 | Mile 3 N. Rd. | 823768 | $3,839.78 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-96598
Requesting approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) from Brownstone Consultants and ERO Architects for professional services for Precinct 3 El Paraiso CRC, ARPA Project No. 22-123-075.
| Invoice No. | Invoice Date | PO No. | Amount |
| 4195504 | 9-1-2024 | 861908 | $4,807.37 |
| 2024-208 | 8-22-2024 | 863852 | $3,720.50 |
Attachments:
3.
AI-96597
Approval of the following invoices (for processing and payment) as submitted by the contracted project engineer, L&G Consulting Engineers Inc.
| Invoice No. | Date | Project Name | PO No. | Amount |
| 11329831 | 8-31-2024 | Mile 3 WA #2 | 720579 | $1,194.20 |
| 11329833 | 8-31-2024 | Los Ebanos Rd. WA #1 | 873046 | $58,598.13 |
| 11329843 | 8-31-2024 | Veterans Blvd WA #3 | 772041 & 868501 | $900.00 |
| 11329849 | 8-31-2024 | Liberty Rd. WA #6 | 868845 | $8,000.00 |
| 11329853 | 8-31-2024 | Liberty Rd. WA #5 | 818290 & 872310 | $3,000.00 |
Attachments:
4.
AI-96700
Requesting approval to pay the following Payment Application No. 001, in the amount of $211,329.07 for the Precinct 3 5K Mansion Linear Park Trail project, submitted by contractor 8/A Builders, LLC. (Contract No. C-24-0162-06-20)
Attachments:
F.
Pct. #4:
1.
AI-96725
Requesting approval of payment of ARPA project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
Requesting approval of payment of project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
(Audio Reference 48m:35s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 11.F.1.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for consent agenda item 11.F.1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COUNTY JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.F.1.
Vote: 2 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda Item 6. (Audio Reference 48m:53s)
| Invoice Date | Vendor | Project | ARPA Project Number | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 08/20/2024 | Mor-Wil | NMD III Phase II | 22-124-096 | Final | 869050 | $149,889.49 |
| 08/20/2024 | Mor-Wil | NMD III Phase II | 22-124-096 | 8 | 869050 | $114,042.75 |
| 07/29/2024 | RDH Site | Mile 17 | 22-124-049 | Final | 870199 | $52,562.30 |
| 09/11/2024 | Tedsi | J-01 | 23-124-346 | 203018 | 875089 | $46,729.67 |
Requesting approval of payment of project invoices listed below for processing and payment.
| Invoice Date | Vendor | Project | Invoice Number | P.O. Number | Invoice Amount |
| 09/03/2024 | Brownstone | Pct.4 CRC | 1050 | 884786 | $3,633.84 |
| 09/03/2024 | GDJ Engineering | Russell Realign WA#2 | 2024-185 | 867303 | $12,200.40 |
| 09/03/2024 | GDJ Engineering | Davis & Brushline Beacon | 2024-191 | 869984 | $3,770.20 |
| 08/31/2024 | L&G Engineering | FM1925 WA#2 | 11329854 | 854100 | $1,440.00 |
| 08/31/2024 | L&G Engineering | FM1925 10th to McColl | 11329852 | 868045 | $3,240.00 |
| 08/31/2024 | L&G Engineering | FM1925 WA#4 | 11329830 | 864922 | $8,100.00 |
| 08/31/2024 | L&G Engineering | Mile 5 WA#2 | 11329832 | 808447 | $823.61 |
| 09/11/2024 | Tedsi | Trenton Rd. US 281 to FM907 | 203015 | 859188 | $46,887.92 |
(Audio Reference 48m:35s)
Valde Guerra stated that Commissioner Everardo "Ever" Villarreal abstained from any discussion and/or action regarding consent agenda item 11.F.1.
The remaining members of the Court proceeded with a vote of approval for consent agenda item 11.F.1.
On motion by COMMISSIONER PCT. 1, DAVID FUENTES, seconded by COUNTY JUDGE, RICHARD F. CORTEZ, the Court made a UNANIMOUS vote of approval on agenda item 11.F.1.
Vote: 2 - 0 - Unanimously
The Court proceeded to the Regular Commissioner's Court Agenda Item 6. (Audio Reference 48m:53s)
2.
AI-96617
Requesting acceptance and approval of Change Order No.5 from RDH Site and Concrete, LLC, for the "[ARPA-22-124-094] - Hidalgo County Precinct 4 Bentsen Road Stormwater" project (C-23-0193-09-05-10), for a 19-day time extension and a total project amount increase of $9,552.50, as recommended by the Project Engineer, Hidalgo County Drainage District No.1.
3.
AI-96601
A. Requesting authority to rescind action taken by Commissioners Court on 08/20/2024 Agenda Item 96415, request for payment submitted by Melden & Hunt: Invoice Number 0087830 in the amount of $6,187.50 PO# 847735.
B. Acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice Number 0087830 submitted by Melden & Hunt in the amount of $5,843.75; Tex-Mex SW Project, PO# 847735 dated 11/30/2023.
B. Acceptance and approval of payment for Invoice Number 0087830 submitted by Melden & Hunt in the amount of $5,843.75; Tex-Mex SW Project, PO# 847735 dated 11/30/2023.
Attachments:
4.
AI-96460
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with American Forests for “Community Forest Restoration and Education” (C-22-0515-09-27) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
5.
AI-96752
Requesting approval of the solicitation packet for "[ARPA-23-124-346] Hidalgo County Precinct 4 J-01 Stormwater Management Project", with the authority to advertise and re-advertise if necessary; subject to Legal approval.
Attachments:
G.
Executive Office:
1.
AI-96599
Requesting acceptance and approval of the following invoice with authority for the County Treasurer to issue payment after review and auditing procedures are completed by the County Auditor:
| Vendor Name | Tasks | Invoice Date | Invoice # | Amount | PO # |
| L&G Consulting Engineers, Inc. | RGV-MPO Policy & TAC Committee Meetings | 08/31/2024 | 11329850 | $12,599.76 | 874949 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-96683
Requesting approval of Supplemental Agreement No. 2 between Hidalgo County and L&G Consulting Engineers, for the RGV - MPO Technical Advisory Committee & Transportation Policy Board Advisor (C-21-117-11-30), to extend the termination date of the agreement.
H.
Co. Wide:
1.
AI-96632
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with CrowderGulf, LLC. for "Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services" (C-23-0161C-09-26) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
2.
AI-96641
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with TFR Enterprises, Inc. for "Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services" (C-23-0161D-09-26) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
3.
AI-96642
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Ceres Environmental Services, Inc. for "Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services" (C-23-0161F-09-26) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
4.
AI-96648
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with CTC Disaster Response, Inc. for "Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services" (C-23-0161A-09-26) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
5.
AI-96631
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with DRC Emergency Services, LLC for "Disaster Recovery Services; Debris Clearance, Removal, and Other Miscellaneous Related Services" (C-23-0161B-09-26) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
6.
AI-96693
Requesting approval to enter into sixteen (16) sixty (60) month lease agreements through HC's membership with The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS-USA Contract No. 240502), from Enterprise Fleet Management, for a total estimated monthly lease payment of $16,848.28 with authority for HC Executive Officer or County Judge to sign all required documentation.
| Quantity | Year | Make | Model | Total Monthly Payment |
| 2 | 2024 | Ford | Transit-350 Passenger | $2,210.72 |
| 14 | 2024 | Ford | Transit-250 Cargo | $14,637.56 |
Attachments:
I.
Elections:
1.
AI-96665
Requesting approval to enter into a twelve (12) month software license agreement for ten (10) user licenses through Sole Sourced vendor, Votec Corporation in the total amount of $98,817.40
Attachments:
J.
Emergency Management:
1.
AI-96686
Requesting approval of Notice submitted by the project architect, Milnet Architectural Services, PLLC, to engage the following subcontractors, Trinity MEP Engineering, Solorio, Inc and CHLH Engineering LLC, pursuant to Article 1.1.11 of the AIA Document (B-101-2017) Standard Agreement Form.
Attachments:
K.
Health & Human Services:
1.
AI-96619
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice as submitted by Brownstone Consultants for construction project management services in connection with the Hidalgo County El Paraiso Health Clinic Project.
| Work Authorization # | PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 1 | 853570 | 4195505 | 09/01/2024 | $8,864.19 |
Attachments:
2.
AI-96621
Requesting approval to pay the following invoice as submitted by ERO Architects for architectural services in connection with the Hidalgo County El Paraiso Project.
| PO # | Invoice # | Invoice Date | Amount |
| 853720 | 2024-207 | 8/22/2024 | $2,296.87 |
Attachments:
L.
IT Department:
1.
AI-96688
Requesting approval of the Professional Service Agreement for technical services at New Jail Facility, through Sole Sourced vendor Tyler Technologies Inc. in the total amount of $22,200.00
Attachments:
M.
J.P.'s:
1.
AI-96633
JP 4 PL 1:
A. Requesting authorization to remove an asset from HC JP 4 PL 1 inventory list identified in Exhibit "A" attached herein and determine that the item is identified as "missing" and the department cannot prove that theft occurred.
B. Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove an asset from HC JP 4 PL 1 inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" listed in Exhibit "B" due to the item deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
A. Requesting authorization to remove an asset from HC JP 4 PL 1 inventory list identified in Exhibit "A" attached herein and determine that the item is identified as "missing" and the department cannot prove that theft occurred.
B. Pursuant to TxLGC 263.151.(1) requesting authorization to surplus and remove an asset from HC JP 4 PL 1 inventory, declared as "Salvage Property" listed in Exhibit "B" due to the item deemed obsolete, damaged and of no value for the purpose for which it was originally intended.
N.
Sheriff's Office:
1.
AI-96506
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with Sobia Nasir, MD PA for “Professional Physicians Services for HCSO New Hires” (C-22-0395-10-18) under the same rates, terms and conditions.
Attachments:
2.
AI-96245
Requesting authority to exercise the first one (1) year contract extension with South Texas Communications, Inc. for "Repair, Removal and Installation and/or Purchase of Radios, Computers and Other Miscellaneous Emergency Equipment" (C-23-0250-10-17) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
Attachments:
3.
AI-96755
A. Requesting Commissioners Court's approval, pursuant to Article 3, Section 52(a) of the Texas Constitution, Section (i), for the Hidalgo County Sheriff's Office to purchase consumable items and imprint the Sheriff's Office logo on said items. Items are introduced through these programs, while promoting our educational message, helping to interact with participants, thereby instilling, strengthening, and reinforcing our partnership and commitment to the citizens of Hidalgo County.
B. Requesting approval to purchase items to be issued during National Night Out by the Victim Services. To help raise awareness within the community and provide additional interactive and educational promotions.
All promotional items and supplies acquired will be through the County requisition and purchase order procedures with proper and available funding for said expenditures.
All promotional items and supplies acquired will be through the County requisition and purchase order procedures with proper and available funding for said expenditures.
Attachments:
O.
Tax Office:
1.
AI-96440
Requesting approval to enter into a one (1) year Fax Service Agreement with Copy Graphics, Inc. for a Fax Machine (Canon LC-650I), in the total amount of $350.00 per year.
Attachments:
2.
AI-96616
Requesting approval to rescind action taken on Agenda Item 96417 approved by HCCC on August 20, 2024, for the Fax Service Agreement with Copy Graphics, Inc for a Fax Machine (Canon LC-650I), in the total amount of $272.53 per year.
Attachments:
P.
WIC:
1.
AI-96462
Requesting authority to exercise the final one (1) year contract extension with Laura Salinas for “Lease of Office Space for WIC – City of Mercedes” (C-19-172-09-17) under the same rates, terms, and conditions.
There being no further business to come before said
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 17th day of September, 2024
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Daniela E. Garza, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on September 17, 2024.
Signed this 18th day of September, 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy
Court, the meetings of the Commissioners Court and the
Drainage District #1 Board are now hereby adjourned.
Dated this the 17th day of September, 2024
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk
Hidalgo County, Texas
By: ______________________________
Daniela E. Garza, Deputy
I, ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR., County Clerk attest that this is an accurate accounting of a proceeding of the Commissioners Court held on September 17, 2024.
Signed this 18th day of September, 2024
ATTEST:
ARTURO GUAJARDO, JR.
County Clerk and Ex-Officio Clerk
Of the Commissioners Court of
Hidalgo County
By: ____________________________
(Seal) Daniela E. Garza, Deputy